TOEFL Basics

TOEFL iBT Exam Structure — Sections, Timing & Mocks

All sections, timing, 4 speaking tasks, 2 writing tasks, three mock types.

TOEFL iBT Exam Structure — Sections, Timing & Mocks

Complete TOEFL iBT structure

Before a mock or course, know how the exam actually looks — not just “four sections.”

Exam map

SectionTasksTimeScore
Reading2 passages · ~10 Qs each~35 min0–30
Listening3 lectures + 2 talks~36 min0–30
Speaking4 tasks~16 min0–30
Writing2 tasks~29 min0–30
Total~2 hours0–120

Listening audio types

TypeContent
LectureShort academic lecture
Student discussionTwo students in class
Campus conversationUniversity services talk

Speaking 4 tasks

Task 1 independent (personal). Tasks 2–4 integrated (read/listen/respond).

Writing 2 tasks

Integrated (~250+ words) + Academic Discussion (~100–200 words).

Three mock types at Zaban Academy

DiagnosticProgressSimulation near exam date.

Back to blog Free assessment

Know your level

Free assessment — personal roadmap based on your CEFR level and academic goals

Start assessment